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Marvel's Jessica Jones |OT| A.K.A. Marvel's A.K.A. Jessica Jones *spoilers for S1*
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George Oscar Bluth II
Banned
With the exception of those Reuben and Robyn, I think the supporting characters in JJ are stronger than Daredevil's. I also think Kilgrave is a better villain than Fisk, but I still do like Fisk and wingman Wesley.
The tone of JJ is more my speed, with the whole noir thing. Very intense and kinda depressing as fuck, though.
I'm throwing my weight behind everyone saying this is better than Daredevil. It's not on a whole different level (they feel rather similar, to be frank), but I'd still give it the edge. Jessica's a more interesting protagonist, and the whole thing plays like a great big telepathic love letter to film noir.
Afro Samurai
Banned
Netflix's Daredevil and Jessica Jones make the Marvil films look rated PG.
So much gore.
So much gore.
Body being blown up with visible bloody limbs.
People getting shot in the face on screen.
Acts of suicide on screen including neck cutting.
A Man's arms are cut off, bleeding.
People getting shot in the face on screen.
Acts of suicide on screen including neck cutting.
A Man's arms are cut off, bleeding.
George Oscar Bluth II
Banned
I was shocked at how much further this show goes than Daredevil when it comes to gore.
Yeah, I didn't think they would go past Daredevil but they made Daredevil look pg-13 by comparison.
Calm waterfall
Banned
Killgrave is the most threatening and best villain in the MCU and by a large margin. Good series, i liked it more than DD.
demosthenes
Member
Episode 10
I'm actually starting to get sick of these side characters. Like Reuben's sister. And the fact that Jessica Jones can't stop people. Her strength is really all over the place. Sometimes she's beating the crap out of people. Sometimes normal people are besting her pretty easily. She just doesn't seem to use her brain.
Broken Joystick
At least you can talk. Who are you?
Other way around for me, I enjoyed Daredevil's characters much more.
Wellington
BAAAALLLINNN'
lol @ end of episode 5. Nice jab at
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Heroes. "Send the pictures, save the junkie. Sounds like an ad campaign."
These shows really elevate the MCU for me. Aside form the Winter Soldier and Ant-man, it's really hard for me to care about what happens in the films. Decent to Good action films for sure, but so predictable and any kind of tension is just destroyed by the characters themselves making light of the situation.
Evolved1
make sure the pudding isn't too soggy but that just ruins everything
It doesn't hold up. JJ stats off pretty good though. I was hooked for a while at least. Until it gets tired, and so dumb/corny.
She's holding back most of the time because she knows that the people attacking her are being controlled by Kilgrave.
NipplesAndToes23
Member
Finished episode 4 or 5
That scene where they were about to abduct Kilgrave was hype. I was feeling something when they got jumped. I was like NOOOO! and they were so close. Jessica got ganged on.
I posted my thoughts on the plot elements and the link in the spoiler thread but I overall enjoyed the show a lot 
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While I would have liked more elements to be explored and the focus to be a bit more tighter, the show as a whole is very impressive and I am looking forward to seeing Jessica appear in future Marvel shows/movies down the line.
! While I would have liked more elements to be explored and the focus to be a bit more tighter, the show as a whole is very impressive and I am looking forward to seeing Jessica appear in future Marvel shows/movies down the line
.More_Badass
Member
Super strength doesn't equal super resilience. She can be hurt like anyone else.
My feeling as well. While I prefer Daredevil fight scenes, photography and character arc, Jessica Jones is a much more well-rounded show that is a step above any Comic book TV show I did saw so far. Great story, great dialog, solid combat, no punchable characters like Foggy or Karen, and Tennant acting is bloody brilliant.
R_thanatos
Member
Just finished episode 1..
i thought i was ready ..but i certainly wasn't.
It's a great episode. can't wait to watch the rest.
i thought i was ready ..but i certainly wasn't.
It's a great episode. can't wait to watch the rest.
MadLaughter
Member
Just finished the show. I almost don't know what to do with my life right now.
Thatonemoor
Member
I personally liked this just as much as Daredevil, I don't really see one as being better than the other. Daredevil was more about Action and trying to take down a evil kingpin (ha) that was ruling the city. While Jessica Jones was about the characters more than anything else. It was about Jessica trying to deal with and come to terms with her abuse. But also about smaller stories like Malcom getting over his drug addiction and Jerry trying to handle her divorce. Only characters I didn't like we're the twins, both got on my nerves and I didn't care how their story got resolved. Wouldn't mind if they were taken out all together to be honest. Either way I enjoyed this show a lot and is just as good as Daredevil imo. Hope it gets a second season.
Aaronology
Member
Yeah. The two powers usually go hand in hand so often I think a lot of people are assuming she has durability to match her strength, ala Cage.
Just finished episode 5.
I'm one of those people who has a hard time accepting some changes, but it makes total sense why they made 'em and overall I really like it. Love Jessica.
Interesting to watch with people who know nothing about Kilgrave and see their reactions to him.
I'm one of those people who has a hard time accepting some changes, but it makes total sense why they made 'em and overall I really like it. Love Jessica.
Interesting to watch with people who know nothing about Kilgrave and see their reactions to him.
Thought the police guy was gonna play Scott Lang's role in the comics but guess not. Also really interested in seeing where Trish's character goes.
Watching episode 5 currently. So far not that good. It's only 13 episodes so maybe something happens at some point. Too slow.
More_Badass
Member
What exactly would make it not too slow? More action? In a series that's billed as neo-noir detective/psychological thriller with superpowers?
Pai Pai Master
Banned
There's plenty happening pretty early on
I got about halfway through the episodes last night and I'm loving it so far.
I think it's slightly better than Daredevil in terms of character development, and the overall storyline of the season.
Daredevil has much better action.
Overall, Marvel really has something special going on with these Netflix shows.
I think it's slightly better than Daredevil in terms of character development, and the overall storyline of the season.
Daredevil has much better action.
Overall, Marvel really has something special going on with these Netflix shows.
brandonh83
Banned
I like this so far. But I felt like despite the first episode making Kilgrave feel so scary, I mean there are scenes that feel almost downright horror genre in how the script and soundtrack etch him out... I mean... Tennant? I like Tennant, but, I can't see myself being scared or unnerved by him. Hopefully it works out but I was legitimately creeped out during this one stretch where they were like GET OUT OF TOWN and the music was super creepy.
~Devil Trigger~
In favor of setting Muslim women on fire
are you kidding me?
AmethystEnd
Member
Episode 4:
The cop's delivery of his "I'm...I'm a goddamn monster," line was hilarious to me in an odd way, but also completely endearing.
Not kidding. I don't know why and can't really explain it. But I try. I just don't like most of the characters. There is so far one single overarching plot that drags from episode to episode. Fight scenes are badly done also by the main actor that is supposed to convey extraordinary powers. Carrie Ann Moss is a carbon copy of House of Cards Robin Wright. So this just doesnt suck me in like I wanted.
It's like Daredevil which I did not like. Is this made by the same people?
Lmao, I have no idea what you consider fast-paced if this is slow.
I found both this and Daredevil to be kinda boring at times.
It might just be me not really enjoying binge watching episodes back to back like this.
If it was an episode a week type show I might think differently of it, I don't know.
Aaronology
Member
As much as I loved the show this was my biggest gripe with it. Gets pretty ridiculous after awhile, I agree.
one random ass girl that is going to serve 20 to life for a crime she didnt comit, because of a man that did the same to Jessica months before.
its on par. im on episode 9 and only having
1 main arc
and Luke Cage is the best Marvel casting ever
Least Hope would still be alive in jail. Can't say that for the rest of the people Jessica is willing to sacrifice for this little plan.
dude. Its a Marvel comic. or show. Shes a hero, no matter how much she curses, or at least a "good guy" ("gal" lol). Heroes dont kill etc. Do you say the same everytime Batman doesnt kill Joker? Its a weird thing to complain in the comic book genre :/
now, if you tell me the constant failed plans to capture him are annoying I agree, but not the motivation
now, if you tell me the constant failed plans to capture him are annoying I agree, but not the motivation
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